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Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys · Posted 45 days ago
About the Role
The mission of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Rhode Island is to uphold federal law with fairness and integrity, ensuring the safety of all who live, work, and visit the Ocean State. The Office prosecutes federal offenses and represents the United States in criminal matters before the United States District Court and appellate courts. https://www.justice.gov/usao-ri
What You'll Do
- →The United States Attorney's Office is seeking an experienced and motivated attorney to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Criminal Division.
- →Assistant U.S.
- →Attorneys (AUSAs) in the Criminal Division direct the investigation and prosecution of diverse federal offenses.
- →The caseload encompasses, but is not limited to, a broad spectrum of criminal litigation, including violent crime, sophisticated financial fraud, public corruption, human trafficking, narcotics distribution, and national security matters.
- →AUSAs are responsible for the entire litigation lifecycle, from providing legal guidance during the investigative stage to representing the United States at sentencing and asset forfeiture proceedings.
- →Key Duties & Expectations The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to: Lead Investigations: Partner with federal law enforcement agencies to develop and execute complex investigative strategies.
- →Grand Jury Practice: Manage all aspects of grand jury proceedings, including subpoenas, witness testimony, and the presentation of evidence.
- →Independent Litigation: Manage a demanding docket of moderate-to-high complexity cases with minimal supervision, demonstrating superior oral advocacy and written work product.
- →Adaptive Expertise: Quickly master new substantive areas of law and Department of Justice policies in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- →Responsibilities will increase, and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
- →As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.
- →Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof.
- →See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information.
- →Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.
Requirements
- ✓Applicants must possess a J.D.
Personality Fit
Job ID: 5908fbaf-79b8-4ada-884b-ebcc72aea0b5
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